Podcast Summary: The Michael Knowles Show – Ep. 1746: "I'm Not Gay No More - Pop Star Ends Pride Month"

Release Date: June 3, 2025
Host: Michael Knowles
Publisher: The Daily Wire

Introduction

In Episode 1746 of The Michael Knowles Show, host Michael Knowles delves into a range of pressing political and cultural issues, dissecting current events with his characteristic incisive commentary. This episode, titled "I'm Not Gay No More - Pop Star Ends Pride Month," covers topics from high-profile celebrity sexual orientation shifts to critical analyses of national security policies and reproductive health debates.

Jojo Siwa and the Critique of LGBT Ideology

The episode opens with Michael Knowles addressing the recent news about pop star Jojo Siwa's dated declaration of being a lesbian juxtaposed with her current heterosexual relationship.

Michael Knowles [05:30]: "JoJo Siwa is an actress and a singer. Apparently, I'm not well acquainted with her work, but she's quite famous. And four years ago, she came out of the closet and declared that she's a lesbian. But today, she's dating a guy, and the guy looks like a guy. Did she stop being a lesbian?"

Knowles challenges the notion held by LGBT ideologues that sexual orientation is immutable, questioning the consistency and credibility of such assertions.

Michael Knowles [07:15]: "The LGBT ideologues told me that sexual orientation is immutable. So was she just wrong when she identified as a lesbian four years ago?"

He argues that the LGBT movement is "cratering in popularity" due to internal contradictions, using Siwa's situation as a case study.

Observations on Pride Month

Moving forward, Knowles discusses the declining real-world engagement in Pride events, highlighting a disconnect between online support and actual participation.

Michael Knowles [15:45]: "On the first day of Pride Month, one of its top celebrity promoters has decided to switch teams."

He references the cancellation of Boise Pride's kickoff event due to low attendance, attributing it to the waning momentum of the LGBT movement in real life.

Michael Knowles [18:20]: "The Internet is still super gay and trans and weird and everything, and real life is not and is increasingly less so."

Knowles emphasizes the distinction between online activism and tangible community involvement, suggesting that the latter is dwindling.

Reproductive Health: Michelle Obama's Comments

Knowles critiques Michelle Obama’s stance on the reproductive system, arguing against her assertion that reproduction is the least important function of the female reproductive system.

Michael Knowles [25:10]: "But a woman's reproductive health is about our life. It's about this whole complicated reproductive system that does the least of what it does is produce life."

He draws an analogy with a guitar's primary purpose to underscore his disagreement, asserting that the reproductive system's fundamental purpose is reproduction.

National Security and Immigration Concerns

The discussion shifts to national security, focusing on Secretary of State Marco Rubio's decision to revoke visas of Chinese students.

Michael Knowles [35:50]: "Secretary of State Marco Rubio is revoking the visas of foreign students, specifically Chinese students. Long, long overdue."

Knowles ties this policy to broader concerns about Chinese espionage and the infiltration of foreign ideologies in U.S. institutions.

Michael Knowles [38:00]: "Rubio's saying, all right, we're going to revoke these visas for good reason, because it's a National security matter."

He debates the globalist perspective that views foreign students as a means of maintaining American cultural hegemony, arguing that the current influx undermines national interests.

Medicaid Policy and Illegal Immigration

Addressing domestic policy, Knowles highlights Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to reform Medicaid by targeting illegal alien beneficiaries.

Michael Knowles [50:30]: "We are not cutting Medicaid in this package. There's a lot of misinformation out there about this, Jake."

He underscores the financial and social costs of illegal immigration, advocating for stricter enforcement to preserve resources for American citizens.

Michael Knowles [54:10]: "Everything in life has a cost... That is not true. Everything in life comes with a cost."

Knowles warns of the long-term implications of mass deportations, emphasizing the balance between benefits and burdens in immigration policies.

Trump's Attack on Harvard University

One of the central themes of the episode is President Trump's campaign against Harvard University, which Knowles portrays as a symbol of elite liberal indoctrination.

Michael Knowles [1:10:15]: "President Trump is ramping up his war on Harvard University... they're getting their ass kicked."

He argues that Harvard serves as the breeding ground for leftist elites and thus represents the "perfect enemy" for the GOP's burgeoning middle and working-class coalition.

Michael Knowles [1:12:25]: "Harvard legitimately produces many if not most of the elite… Harvard produces some of the top powerful leftists in the country."

Knowles suggests that attacking Harvard is a strategic move to resonate with everyday Americans who perceive the institution as out of touch with their values.

Listener Feedback and International Perspectives

Engaging with his audience, Knowles reads a comment from a Hungarian listener who appreciates the show's coverage of migration policies.

Listener Luisa Johanna Petruska3654 [1:20:50]: "As a Hungarian, I love that you asked Orban those questions."

Knowles expresses gratitude for international listeners and draws comparisons between Hungary's strict migration policies and those advocated in the United States.

Michael Knowles [1:21:30]: "Hungary has effectively zero migration… it's a coherent country where... it's a safe place."

World Affairs and Global Politics

In the final segment, Knowles touches upon recent global events, including Ukraine's military actions, the UK's increased defense spending, and Iran's stance on nuclear agreements.

Michael Knowles [1:35:00]: "Ukraine took out over 40 of Russia's strategic bombers… Iran immediately rejected the latest US Proposal for a nuclear deal."

He critiques mainstream media portrayals of these events, positioning The Daily Wire as a source of unfiltered truth.

Conclusion

Throughout Episode 1746, Michael Knowles offers a robust critique of contemporary cultural and political issues, blending national security concerns with debates on social identity and institutional integrity. His commentary reflects a conservative perspective that challenges prevailing mainstream narratives, advocating for policies he believes better serve the common good and national interest.

Note: Timestamps are illustrative and correspond to the respective sections within the episode transcript.